Sr Project Manager-PHIUS Certified Verifier

EBI Consulting; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

EBI Consulting is seeking an experienced Sr Project Manager-PHIUS Certified Verifier to lead and grow our PHIUS verification services for multifamily new construction and substantial rehabilitation projects. This senior role combines building-science expertise with hands-on field experience and project management to deliver inspections, testing, and final certification across the Boston area and beyond.

The role offers remote or hybrid work options, with about 30% travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, building science, construction management, environmental science, or related discipline.
• Active PHIUS Certified Verifier credential with Multifamily Designation required.
• Five+ years of experience in building science, energy efficiency, commissioning, or sustainability consulting; PHIUS experience preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple multifamily PHIUS projects through construction and final certification.
• Strong knowledge of high‑performance building enclosures, air barriers, insulation, and HVAC systems.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead PHIUS Certified Verifier for multifamily and large‑building projects; develop verification scopes, inspection and testing plans, budgets, schedules, staffing plans, and fee proposals.
• Review drawings, specifications, energy models, and certification documentation to identify requirements and risks; coordinate inspection milestones and deliverables.
• Conduct or supervise construction inspections and performance testing for enclosures, air barriers, insulation, HVAC, and related systems.
• Maintain QA workbooks, inspection records, and final certification submissions, including co‑requisite programs; resolve reviewer comments.
• Manage concurrent projects to achieve certification objectives within budget and schedule.
• Train and mentor staff, establish standardized delivery and QC procedures, and monitor PHIUS standard changes.
• Grow the service line through client relationships, proposals, and new market opportunities.
• Collaborate with sustainability team on related green-building programs.

Skills

Project management

Client relationships

Budgeting

Scheduling

Quality control

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

WUFI Passive

REM/Rate

Ekotrope

EnergyPlus

Job description

For more than 35 years, EBI Consulting has helped clients solve complex challenges and unlock greater value from their assets. What sets us apart is not only the depth of our technical expertise, but also the breadth of services we provide across the entire building and asset lifecycle. We take the time to understand each client’s unique goals, delivering tailored solutions, actionable insights, and customized reporting that go beyond what traditional environmental and engineering consulting firms typically offer. Whether our clients are acquiring, developing, operating, or divesting assets, they rely on EBI as a trusted partner to reduce risk, navigate complexity, and maximize long‑term value.

Position Summary

EBI Consulting is seeking an experienced Sr Project Manager-PHIUS Certified Verifier to lead and grow our PHIUS verification services, primarily supporting multifamily new construction and substantial rehabilitation projects. This senior technical and client-facing role will manage an established project portfolio from design-phase planning through construction inspections, performance testing, documentation, and final certification. The successful candidate will combine building‑science expertise and hands‑on field experience with project management, staff development, client relationship management, and business development to expand the practice while maintaining consistent technical quality. The position reports directly to the Energy & Sustainability Group Manager and can be a fully remote or hybrid position, depending on where the successful candidate is located. This position requires approximately 30% travel, with the potential for additional travel based on project needs. Most travel will be to client sites in the greater Boston area and throughout Massachusetts, with occasional air travel to other markets. Candidates must already be based in the Boston area and comfortable with both local and overnight travel to be considered.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead PHIUS Certified Verifier for multifamily and other applicable large‑building projects; develop verification scopes, inspection and testing plans, budgets, schedules, staffing plans, and fee proposals.
• Review drawings, specifications, energy models, and certification documentation to identify requirements and risks; coordinate inspection milestones, testing responsibilities, and deliverables with owners, design teams, contractors, consultants, and PHIUS reviewers.
• Conduct or supervise construction inspections and performance testing for building enclosures, air barriers, insulation, thermal bridges, windows and doors, HVAC, ventilation, and domestic hot‑water systems; document deficiencies and verify corrective actions.
• Maintain quality‑assurance workbooks, inspection and testing records, photographs, deficiency logs, equipment records, and final certification submissions, including applicable co‑requisite programs; resolve reviewer comments and outstanding items.
• Manage concurrent projects to achieve certification objectives while meeting budget, schedule, quality, and client‑service expectations.
• Train and mentor technical staff, establish standardized delivery and quality‑control procedures, and monitor changes to PHIUS standards and related program requirements.
• Grow the service line through client relationships, proposals, new market opportunities, and industry participation; build team capacity, improve delivery efficiency, and maintain independent verification standards.
• Collaborate with the sustainability team on complementary green‑building certifications and applicable state or local high‑performance building requirements.

Qualifications And Capabilities

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, building science, construction management, environmental science, or a related discipline; substantial directly applicable experience may be considered in place of a specific degree.
• Active PHIUS Certified Verifier credential with the Multifamily Designation is required. RESNET HERS Rater, HERS Modeler, or Rating Field Inspector credentials, applicable ENERGY STAR and RESNET multifamily training, and BPI, commissioning, or building‑envelope testing credentials are preferred.
• At least five years of experience in building science, energy efficiency, commissioning, sustainability consulting, construction quality assurance, or a related field, including substantial recent PHIUS experience. Five or more years of direct multifamily PHIUS verification experience is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple multifamily PHIUS projects through construction and final certification, with thorough knowledge of verification protocols, quality‑assurance documentation, and co‑requisite program requirements.
• Strong knowledge of high‑performance building enclosures, air barriers, insulation, thermal bridging, fenestration, HVAC, ventilation, domestic hot‑water systems, and building durability; hands‑on multifamily inspection, large‑building airtightness testing, and mechanical ventilation testing experience.
• Ability to interpret architectural and mechanical drawings, specifications, submittals, construction details, energy‑modeling outputs, and equipment data. Experience with WUFI Passive, REM/Rate, Ekotrope, EnergyPlus, or comparable platforms is preferred.
• Strong project‑management, written and verbal communication, and client relationship skills, including budgeting, scheduling, resource allocation, quality control, and explaining technical requirements to varied audiences.
• Ability and willingness to travel to active construction sites, including accessing roofs, mechanical spaces, ladders, and partially completed buildings.
• Experience with Enterprise Green Communities, National Green Building Standard, ENERGY STAR Multifamily New Construction, DOE Zero Energy Ready Home, EPA Indoor airPLUS, LEED, or other green‑building programs is preferred.

Application Disclaimer

At EBI, we cultivate a welcoming and collaborative culture. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and encourage diverse candidates to apply. We do not discriminate against qualified individuals based on their status as a protected veteran or individuals with disabilities, nor do we discriminate based on sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation. All vendors are expected to maintain a working environment free from discrimination or harassment.

The reasonable estimate of the salary range for this position is $90,000 - $110,000. The salary range describes the minimum to maximum base salary range for this position across applicable US locations. This position may also be eligible for a bonus whereby total compensation may exceed base salary depending on individual performance. The actual compensation offered will be based on a range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to; geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements, knowledge, skills/level, qualifications and budget. For an overview of our benefits, please refer to our website.